Digitalis ‘Polkadot Princess’

Hybrid Foxglove

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.190.670

A new series, this hybrid Foxglove is sterile so it flowers for many weeks, beginning in midsummer. It forms a low rosette of dark green leaves, bearing taller stems that hold spikes of dangling bells. Blooms are bright, raspberry-pink. Stems are good and strong for cutting. Attractive to hummingbirds. Excellent for the middle to back of a sunny border and in mixed containers. Charles Valin, the plant breeder at Thompson & Morgan, has created this Polkadot series which are raised from seed. CAUTION: Toxic if eaten.

Further details for
Digitalis ‘Polkadot Princess’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Deep Pink

Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Large

Height
60-90 cm
23-35 inches

Spread
50-60 cm
20-23 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.